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Local groups discuss pressing immigration reform
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There have been more deportations in the past 15 years than ever before in the history of the United States, where to date, some 11 million undocumented individuals reside. That number continues to grow every year.
Community lays foundation for new park
Plans for the space at the corner of 17th and Folsom streets have fluctuated for years, but the community has finally submitted for a state …
Faith group rallies against violence
About one hundred people on Mission Street yelled “Stop the violence!” last Saturday at noon in a march organized by the faith committee of the Mission Peace Collaborative. A Christian ministry called Victory Outreach gathered on 24th Street Bart Plaza to rally and share their experiences on how Jesus Christ has impacted their lives.
Youth flee Spain in search of jobs
Spanish youth fight against forced exile due to unemployment. Since 2008, 300,000 young people have left Spain given the unemployment situation in which they live.
Student Loan interest rate set to increase
The already high cost for college students considering federal student loans is set for a significant increase on July 1.
Roxie Theater to be revived with help of new funds
The Mission’s own Roxie Theater can be seen in an increasingly brighter light these days after raising $60,000 last December through a Kickstarter campaign.
New Mission Theater construction to begin mid-summer
The renovation of the New Mission Theater at 21st and Mission streets is scheduled to begin this summer, bringing a “dinner and movie” style experience to the Mission.
Community unites to end violence
The recent spike in violence among Mission youth over the past two months has compelled community members to unite in hopes of promoting a safe, peaceful neighborhood environment.
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Mission-based poet wins international award
Sopa de frijoles, Tamalitos, Guacamole, Arroz con leche…all seem like delicious plates off of a typical Latino restaurant’s menu. For Jorge Argueta, they are titles for his children’s poetry books. Argueta’s book “Guacamole,” was granted the “Best Illustrated Bilingual Children’s Book” award at the International Latino Book Awards Gala held in New York City on May 30.
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Grupos indígenas luchan contra nueva represa en Brasil
Agrupaciones indígenas y ambientalistas intentan detener la construcción de la que sería la segunda central hidroeléctrica más grande de Brasil. Ubicada en el estado de …
Grupos locales debaten urgente reforma migratoria
Ha habido más deportaciones en los últimos quince años que nunca antes en la historia de los EEUU. Hasta la fecha, alrededor de once millones de personas indocumentadas residen en este país. La cifra sigue creciendo cada año.
Comunidad sienta la base para nuevo parque
Los planes para el espacio en la esquina de las calles 17 y Folsom han fluctuado durante años, pero la comunidad finalmente ha presentado una aplicación para fondos estatales y la Junta de Supervisores apoya unánimemente el desarrollo del parque en esa área.
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